Nevada Revised Statutes 159.337 – Burden of proof
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In a proceeding held pursuant to NRS 159.331 to 159.338, inclusive:
Terms Used In Nevada Revised Statutes 159.337
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
- person: means a natural person, any form of business or social organization and any other nongovernmental legal entity including, but not limited to, a corporation, partnership, association, trust or unincorporated organization. See Nevada Revised Statutes 0.039
1. The guardian has the burden of proof if he or she:
(a) Petitions the court to restrict the ability of a relative or person of natural affection to communicate, visit or interact with a protected person pursuant to subsection 1 of NRS 159.333;
(b) Petitions the court to modify or rescind an order pursuant to subsection 5 of NRS 159.333; or
(c) Opposes a petition filed pursuant to NRS 159.335.
2. A relative or person of natural affection has the burden of proof if he or she petitions the court to modify or rescind an order pursuant to subsection 5 of NRS 159.333.